Honey Lemon Garlic Chicken

Ingredients

• 3 chicken thighs (boneless)
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• cornstarch (for light dredging; all-purpose flour can be used)
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic (minced cloves)
• 2.5 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 lemon zest (zest of one whole lemon)
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• sesame seeds (for garnish)
• green onions (chopped for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper to taste.

2. 2

   Lightly dredge the chicken in cornstarch (or flour) until all sides are evenly coated.

3. 3

   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 6 to 8 minutes per side, until fully cooked and the skin is golden and crispy.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

5. 5

   In the same pan, melt the butter and add the minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, lemon zest, paprika, and red pepper flakes.

6. 6

   Cook the sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it reduces and reaches a thick, sticky consistency.

7. 7

   Return the chicken to the pan and toss thoroughly to coat it in the sauce.

8. 8

   Transfer to a plate and finish by garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

Bonus Tip: After removing the glazed chicken, continue reducing the remaining sauce in the pan until it reaches a thick, jam-like consistency. Spread this concentrated glaze over the chicken for an even more intense flavor.

Nutrition per serving

• lunch
• dinner
• chicken
• quick
• one pan
• protein
• sweet and savory
• spicy